1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
